English - Tenure Track, Assistant Professor (British Literature)

English - Tenure Track, Assistant Professor (British Literature)
Date:  09/23/2009

We seek a tenure-track specialist in Restoration and Eighteenth-Century British Literature (1670-1780), beginning September 1, 2010. Additional areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to queer studies, drama, and visual and/or material culture. The course load is five courses per year, including upper-level courses in the candidate's areas of concentration and one section of composition, which is taught by all members of the department. Other teaching assignments might include the introductory English seminar, the British literature survey, and/or literary and critical theory. A strong record of both research and teaching is required. The Ph.D. must be in hand no later than August 2010. 

To apply please send a cover letter, C.V, three references, a writing sample of no more than 25 pages, and a brief teaching statement, including descriptions of possible advanced courses to:

 

Dr. Tilar Mazzeo

Chair of the British Literature Search

Department of English

Colby College

5250 Mayflower Hill

Waterville, ME 04901

Review of applications will begin on October 19th and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates will be interviewed at the MLA Convention.

 
Colby is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity, and strongly encourages applications and nominations of persons of color, women, and members of other under-represented groups.
 
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